Severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m.

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. for Onondaga, Seneca, Yates and southern Cayuga counties. The thunderstorms could be severe with gusty winds, heavy rainfall and large hail.

Once the storm passes, it looks like Friday and the weekend will be clear of rain, forecasters predict. On Monday, a chance of rain returns.